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Russia 2018: Trump congratulates France, Putin and Russia
The President of United States of America, Donald Trump has joined billions around the World in congratulating Russia for successfully hosting the 2018 World Cup.
Donald Trump whose country in conjuction with Mexico, and Canada won the rights to host the 2026 World Cup also congratulated France the winning country and President Vladimir Putin the hosts country president.
Trump took to his Twitter account to sing the praises of France, Russia and president Putin.
“Congratulations to France, who played extraordinary soccer, on winning the 2018 World Cup.
“Additionally, congratulations to President Putin and Russia for putting on a truly great World Cup Tournament — one of the best ever!”